To residents and visitors alike the Northeast Kingdom conjures the image of authentic Vermont communities and a rural history dating back hundreds of years. You will see and feel this history as soon as you arrive as you are greeted by working landscapes, quaint villages, vast woodlands and pristine waterways. Here a deep-rooted community spirit brings locals together in celebration. That sense of community and our regional history are part of our cultural fabric and can be felt in the many unique fairs, festivals, and events that take place throughout the region year-round. Small, intimate venues and galleries abound and showcase the vibrant local music, craft, and art scene. In addition, larger venues and historic theaters allow for larger, world-class events. Please browse the events listings below to learn about the many events and activities that will be hosted throughout the Kingdom this season!
Events in May 2013
May 3, 2013
Exhibit: Artists from Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Work from NEK Artists will be on display through May 30.
May 3, 2013
Stepping Out
Haskell Opera House 93 Caswell Ave. Derby Line, VT
Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30pm and Sunday show at 2:00pm
Tickets: $15 for adults, $13...
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May 4, 2013
9th Annual Jump Jazz Jubilee
St. Johnsbury Country Club, 4357 Memorial Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT
Live and Silent Auctions to benefit the JUMP Mentoring Program. Spectacular Hors d'oeuvres ...
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May 4, 2013
Coyote Scramble on Kingdom Trails
Burke Mountain Ski Area, 223 Sherburne Lodge Road East Burke, VT
25 mile/50 mile Trail Running Event. Non-competitive FUN. This will hopefully be an great Annual ...
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May 4, 2013
DAVID KRAUS & JOHN LaRUCHE play at THE MUSIC BOX
The Music Box, 147 Creek Rd, Craftsbury, VT
$10 general, $8 students and seniors, kids free. David has been exploring the mysterie...
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May 4, 2013
Game of Logging Levels 1 & 2
Northwoods Stewardship Center 154 Leadership Dr. East Charleston, VT
Fee: $160/level. This internationally-acclaimed course is a must for anyone who uses a chainsaw. ...
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May 4, 2013
Iain MacHarg and Friends
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Members. One of Vermont’s most celebrated bagpipe artists will bri...
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May 4, 2013
Montgomery Figure Drawing Group Exhibition
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, 158 Main Street, Newport, VT
Join us for this special exhibition from our friends in Montgomery. On exhibit through May 25. We...
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May 4, 2013
North Country Chorus Spring Concert 2013
United Church of Christ, 245 N Main St Bradford, VT
Tickets from catamountarts.org or at the door: $10 ($5 for students). Featuring
Requiem by...
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May 5, 2013
North Country Chorus Spring Concert 2013
Peacham Congregational Church Peacham, VT
Tickets from catamountarts.org or at the door: $10 ($5 for students). Featuring
Requiem by...
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May 7, 2013
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – Royal Ballet
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Tickets: $18 Adults, $15 Members, $6 Students
“a dazzling affair.…intoxicatin...
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May 8, 2013
Basket Making Class at the Old Stone House Museum
Old Stone House Museum, schoolhouse rd. Brownington, VT
Carolyn Starr will teach beginner's to make "Grandma's Basket."Cost is $25 or $20 for M...
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May 8, 2013
Labor of Love exhibit at GRACE Gallery
Old Firehouse Gallery, 59 Mill st. Hardwick, VT
“Labor of Love” features portraiture by Mary Claire Carroll in combination with excerpts from int...
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May 10, 2013
Exhibit: Artists from Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Work from NEK Artists will be on display through May 30.
May 10, 2013
Jesus Christ Superstar
St. Johnsbury School Auditorium, Western Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT
The St. Johnsbury Players presents the megahit, Jesus Christ Superstar, with lyrics by Tim Rice a...
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May 10, 2013
Montgomery Figure Drawing Group Exhibition
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, 158 Main Street, Newport, VT
Join us for this special exhibition from our friends in Montgomery. On exhibit through May 25. We...
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May 10, 2013
Stepping Out
Haskell Opera House, Caswell Ave. Derby Line, VT
Tickets: $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and students.Every Thursday, in a dusty church basement,...
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May 11, 2013
4 Person Scramble at Orleans Country Club
Orleans Country Club 316 Country Club Lane Orleans, VT
More information coming soon.
May 11, 2013
Art, Plant & Craft Fair
Northwoods Stewardship Center 154 Leadership Dr. East Charleston, VT
Featuring exclusively handmade and locally sourced Vermont products. Come browse the vendor booth...
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May 11, 2013
Caledonia Farmers' Market in St. Johnsbury
behind Anthony's Diner, 50 Railroad St. St. Johnsbury, VT
Locally grown, homemade baked goods, Vermont made crafts, entertainment, local produce, and ...
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May 11, 2013
Connecticut River Overnight Paddle and Camp
Lyman Falls State Park Bloomfield,VT
Fee: $100. Spring runoff on the Connecticut River is a great time and place to tune up your...
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May 11, 2013
Craftsbury Slush Cup 2013
Craftsbury Outdoor Center 535 Lost Nation Rd Craftsbury Common, VT
Hold off on that storage wax: come to the Craftsbury Outdoor Center Saturday, May 11th for one la...
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May 11, 2013
Jim Rooney at Catamount Arts
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT
For over 50 years Jim Rooney has been involved in many phases of the music business. Starting out...
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May 12, 2013
Breakfast Scramble at Newport Country Club
590 Mount Vernon St Newport, VT
8:00am Breakfast at The Club Restaraunt and Pub
9:00am Shotgun Start
May 12, 2013
Mother's Day Fun Run
Burke Mountain Base Lodge, East Burke, VT.
The 5k and 10k races will be run simultaneously, primarily over backroads with some trail running...
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May 12, 2013
Mother’s Day Specials at Jay Peak
Jay Peak, Route 242, Jay, VT
Both Alice's Table and The Foundry will be offering Mother's Day All-You-Can-Eat Brunches.
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May 12, 2013
Mother’s Day Tea
Perennial Pleasures Nursery and Tea Garden, 63 Brick House Road, East Hardwick, VT
There will be a special menu for the day, and complimentary nosegays for every mum. Seating is li...
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May 12, 2013
Quintessential Classicals V
Haskell Opera House, Derby Line, VT
Tickets: $10 adults / $7 seniors and students / $5 children under 12
An Enchanted ...
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May 15, 2013
Labor of Love exhibit at GRACE Gallery
Old Firehouse Gallery, 59 Mill st. Hardwick, VT
“Labor of Love” features portraiture by Mary Claire Carroll in combination with excer...
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May 17, 2013
9 and Dine (Glow Ball) at St Johnsbury Country Club
4357 Memorial Dr. Saint Johnsbury, VT
9 and Dine (Glow Ball)
May 17, 2013
Exhibit: Artists from Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Work from NEK Artists will be on display through May 30.
May 17, 2013
Jesus Christ Superstar
St. Johnsbury School Auditorium, Western Avenue, St. Johnsbury, VT
May 17-19th with a curtain of 7:30 (May 17 and 18) and a special 2pm matinee on May 19th. Th...
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May 17, 2013
Montgomery Figure Drawing Group Exhibition
Memphremagog Arts Collaborative, 158 Main Street, Newport, VT
Join us for this special exhibition from our friends in Montgomery. On exhibit through May 25. We...
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May 17, 2013
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum Hidden Treasures Gala
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT
The Gala annual fundraiser will feature multiple displays stationed throughout the Athenaeu...
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May 18, 2013
Caledonia Farmers' Market in St. Johnsbury
behind Anthony's Diner, 50 Railroad St. St. Johnsbury, VT
Locally grown, homemade baked goods, Vermont made crafts, entertainment, local produce, and ...
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May 18, 2013
First Annual Spring Celebration/Tractor Raffle
North Congregational Church, Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT
Tractor Raffle and Bluegrass Barbecue with Back Shed String Band. Win a Yanmar Sc2400F...
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May 18, 2013
Lunenburg Old Home Day 10th Annual Penny Sale
Gilman School 49 Bobbin Mill Rd, Lunenburg VT
Food and drink on sale all day! Many wonderful items including:
1 cord of wood, bloc...
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May 18, 2013
Northeast Kingdom Farm to Yarn Tour Weekend
A FREE two day event! Visit NEK fiber producing farms and learn about where local fiber originate...
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May 18, 2013
The 5th Annual Dandelion Run
Derby, VT
“The Dandy” is a hilly and challenging half marathon (with relay options, a 10K...
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May 19, 2013
Spring Ramble at Orleans Country Club
Orleans Country Club 316 Country Club Lane Orleans, VT
More information coming soon.
May 21, 2013
Romeo and Juliet – Bolshoi Ballet
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Tickets: $18 Adults, $15 Members, $6 Students. Romeo and Juliet was Kenneth MacMillan’s fir...
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May 22, 2013
Labor of Love exhibit at GRACE Gallery
Old Firehouse Gallery, 59 Mill st. Hardwick, VT
“Labor of Love” features portraiture by Mary Claire Carroll in combination with excer...
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May 23, 2013
Live Music at Parker Pie
Parker Pie, 161 County Rd. West Glover, VT
Music Night: Loves It!
Back Bar. 7:30-10pm. Loves It was born in the vibrant honky tonkin'...
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May 23, 2013
The Women’s Rights Movement – A Photographic Journey
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum's Arts and Culture Series presents: Diana Mara Henry.
As off...
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May 24, 2013
Exhibit: Artists from Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom
Catamount Arts Center, 115 Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury VT
Work from NEK Artists will be on display through May 30.
May 24, 2013
Hardwick Farmers' Market
150 Granite St. Hardwick, VT
Buy Local! Come to the Hardwick Farmers' Market for produce, baked goods, fresh bread, ethnic foo...
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May 24, 2013
West Glover Fireworks Fundraiser with the Starline Rhythm Boys
Parker Pie, 161 County Rd. West Glover, VT
West Glover Fireworks Fundraiser with the Starline Rhythm Boys
On the lawn (rain location ...
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May 25, 2013
Blacksmith Hammer-In at the Old Stone House Museum
The Old Stone House Museum, 109 Old Stone House Rd. Brownington, VT
Blacksmith Hammer-In (International Blacksmith Day) at the Museum's Blacksmith Shop. Come a...
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May 25, 2013
Caledonia Farmers' Market in St. Johnsbury
behind Anthony's Diner, 50 Railroad St. St. Johnsbury, VT
Locally grown, homemade baked goods, Vermont made crafts, entertainment, local produce, and ...
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May 25, 2013
Craftsbury Common Farmers' Market
Craftsbury Common, Craftsbury, VT
Get your fresh produce, Vermont made crafts and products, baked goods and more.
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May 25, 2013
Danse Bergeron
Haskell Opera House, Derby Line, VT
Tickets: $12 adults / $7 children (5 to 12). Students from l’Ecole de Danse C. Berger...
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May 25, 2013
Farmers' Market in Newport
Between the end of the I-91 access road in Newport, VT
Fresh, locally grown produce, crafts, VT made products, and lots more. Between the end of the I-9...
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May 25, 2013
Fran Love Memorial Tournament at St Johnsbury Country Club
4357 Memorial Dr. Saint Johnsbury, VT
Sign up in the Pro Shop 748-9894
May 25, 2013
Hardwick Spring Festival
Hardwick, VT
Daylong festival in its 63rd year!
The day starts with a 5K Run, a Main St. parade at 11 ...
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May 25, 2013
Hill Farmstead Brewery's Third Anniversary Celebration
Hill Farmstead Brewery, 403 Hill Road Greensboro Bend, VT
Ticket Price: 40$.
General Session will run from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
May 25, 2013
Jennifer Ranz Open Studio Weekend at the Greensboro Barn
Country Club Rd. Greensboro, VT
Please come to Open Studio Weekend at my beautiful historic 1880s Greensboro Barn.New ceramic wor...
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May 25, 2013
Joe's Pond Craft Shop open for Open Studios Weekend
Joe's Pond Craft Shop intersection of Rt. 2 & Rt 15 West Danville, VT
Visit the shop to see work from many local artists including pottery, quilts, hand-turned wooden ...
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May 25, 2013
P.J. Hammond Art Gallery open for Open Studios Weekend
P.J. Hammond Art Gallery, 3802 Lake Rd., Newport Center, VT
My gallery will be open those days and by appointment other times. I am an artist who has travele...
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May 25, 2013
Push Culture Family Picnic
Burke Mountain Toll rd., East Burke, VT.
Watch downhill skateboarding and street luging from the Toll Road at Burke Mountain like you've n...
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May 25, 2013
Sanderson Wooden Bowls open for Open Studios Weekend
Sanderson Wooden Bowls 2902 VT Rte. 114, East Burke, VT
Visit the studio to watch us crafting these beautiful and enduring bowls by hand and see our Show...
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May 25, 2013
Fee: $5 suggested donation
This event is an all-day slackline party in the park. Slackline...
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May 25, 2013
Most Vermont craftspeople work in studios located in or close to their residences. These are plac...
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May 26, 2013
Hummingbirds
Northwoods Stewardship Center 154 Leadership Dr. East Charleston, VT
Fee: $5
Come learn about hummingbirds, the jewels of the sky. Discover the incredible jour...
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May 26, 2013
Join us for all or part of the day as we try to find 100 species at several birding “hotspo...
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May 26, 2013
Rock Climb Wheeler
Wheeler Mtn Barton, VT
Fee: $25
Join experienced rock climbing guides in this introduction to rock climbing on Wh...
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May 29, 2013
Farmers' Market in Newport
Between the end of the I-91 access road in Newport, VT
Fresh, locally grown produce, crafts, VT made products, and lots more. Between the end of the I-9...
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May 31, 2013
Farmers' Market in Lyndonville
Bandstand Park on Main St. Lyndonville, VT
Fresh, local grown produce, homemade jams, jellies, baked goods, crafts, entertainment and more e...
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May 31, 2013
Hardwick Farmers' Market
150 Granite St. Hardwick, VT
Buy Local! Come to the Hardwick Farmers' Market for produce, baked goods, fresh bread, ethnic foo...
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May 31, 2013
Jay Peak Presents: Dark Star Orchestra
720 Park, Jay Peak, Route 242, Jay, VT
Performing to critical acclaim worldwide for nearly 15 years and over two-thousand shows, Dark St...
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